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View of Lake Natoma – American River Bike Trail loop from Folsom

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View of Lake Natoma – American River Bike Trail loop from Folsom

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View of Lake Natoma – American River Bike Trail loop from Folsom

02:47

10.7km

70m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: May 28, 2026

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Parking

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503 m

Black Miners Bar

Highlight • Historical Site

On the west bank of Folsom's Lake Natoma at the American River, the park includes the historic Black Miners Bar area, the site of a gold rush era African-American mining …

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2.49 km

View of Lake Natoma

Highlight • Viewpoint

Great views of Lake Natoma from the American River Bike Trail. The trail is paved and this section follows along the banks of the lake, so there are multiple spots that give you these amazing views.

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4.47 km

Lake Natoma

Highlight • Lake

Lake Natoma is a narrow reservoir along the American River, between Folsom Dam and Nimbus Dam. It’s popular for rowing and paddling. The bike trail runs right next to it, …

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5.17 km

Folsom Lake State Recreation Area

Highlight • Lake

This is a section of the large Folsom Lake State Recreation Area that surrounds the Lake Natoma and Folsom Lake areas of Sacramento. In this section, there are a network …

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7.14 km

American River Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint

Take in the views of Lake and River from the American River Trail.

Stretching for miles along the south fork of the American River, this trail serves up gorgeous views …

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8.86 km

American River Bike Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

Very nice trail with great views over Lake Natoma. There are several swimming spots and you may even see some wildlife. Dogs are allowed, but should be leashed. Since the …

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10.7 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

8.74 km

1.90 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

7.08 km

1.57 km

1.25 km

654 m

150 m

Elevation

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View of Lake Natoma – American River Bike Trail loop from Folsom

Black Miners Bar

View of Lake Natoma

Lake Natoma

Folsom Lake State Recreation Area

American River Trail

American River Bike Trail

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